QVCC is committed to employment equity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applicants who increase the diversity of our staff team and have the ability to engage diverse communities in a safe and supportive way. Indigenous identity is considered an asset for this position.

Job Title: Childcare One-to-One Leader (On-Call)

Reports to: Childcare Coordinator

Role: To provide direct care to a child or children in the Licensed Care Program requiring specific one-to-one support, encouraging intellectual, physical and emotional growth.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

- Provides support and direct care (in Licensed Care) to a child or children with identified increased needs, encouraging their intellectual, physical and emotional growth and giving them the best chance possible to succeed in Quadra Village Community Childcare
- If needed, helps child(ren) with tasks such as medication administration, toileting, sunscreen application, and other hands-on support
- · Supports child(ren) attending the program who are having challenges, collaborating with other Leaders and Supervisors, to work with them on practical skills through modeling, mentoring, teachable moments and supportive conversations
- Implements developmentally appropriate activities to program participants
- Ensures the program environments are clean, safe, suitable, caring, respectful and inclusive
- Ensures compliance with all safety and security protocols related to the Childcare environment, including the administration of emergency preparedness drills
- Supports and delivers communication from the Supervisor or agency to parents, caregivers, schools and relevant agencies.
- Maintains awareness of participant feedback and integrates constructive feedback in practice/programs
- Ensures the maintenance and tabulation of attendance and incident logs regarding the program, and makes regular written and verbal reports as required by Childcare Licensing and the Supervisor




- Implements the Policies and Procedures of Quadra Village Community Centre (QVCC), as well as those specific to the Community Childcare program
- Responds to general inquiries, by phone and in person regarding QVCC and the Childcare program, and shared in the work of operating and maintaining a respectful, inclusive, functional, and useful community centre
- Participates to ensure a safe environment; observes potential hazards; remedies and/or reports to the appropriate person
- Performs other related duties when required and approved by the Supervisor and/or Program Manager.

Qualifications

- Commitment to anti-oppressive, decolonial, and anti-racist practice
- Minimum one year working with children with autism, OR two years supporting people with diverse needs
- Ability to work with integrity and respect in a diverse, multi-cultural community centre
- Must be a minimum of 19 years of age, due to Licensing requirements
- High School graduation
- Experience and/or education directly related to school aged childcare, summer camp, recreation, child and youth development, developmentally appropriate activities, behaviour management and group supervision are all considered an asset for this position.
- Food Safe Certified, or willingness to obtain
- First Aid and CPR, or willingness to obtain
- 20 Hours Responsible Adult Certificate or minimum 20 hours of recognized training/course work in child development, guidance, nutrition, or health and safety. QVCC may provide formal training or coursework for the successful candidate




- Class 4 Driver’s Licence, or willingness to obtain (preferred but not required)
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and collaborative ability

Hours of Work

- 0 to 18 hours per week
- On-call hours are based on program coverage needs and will not have a minimum number of hours per week
- Shifts occur Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 9:00am; 2:00pm to 6:00pm
- Early Dismissal shifts generally start by 10:45am, up to 6:00pm
- Pro-D Days & School Breaks: first shift starts at 7:00am, with last shift ending at 6:00pm
- Priority will be given to candidates who have full availability to provide stability to the child(ren) being supported

Benefits and Remuneration

- $22.23 per hour to start, increases with tenure
- Additional 6% vacation pay, paid out each pay period
- This position is dependent upon receiving the funding designated for the role. Until such funding is received, hours for the program will be limited based on available funding to staff positions
- Immediate enrollment in the Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Training and development workshops as they pertain to the position
- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check required

Closing Date: September 15, 2026 or until filled

Please send resume and cover letter to: [email protected] with the subject line “Childcare 1-1 Leader”. Applications may also be dropped off in person at 901 Kings Road. Though we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Thanks for your interest in working with us!

At Quadra Village Community Centre, we value our dedicated staff team and pride ourselves on being a good organization to work for and making a difference in our community.

Pay: From $22.23 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program

Work Location: In person

📌 Childcare One to One Leader (On-Call) (Canada)
🏢 Quadra Village Community Centre
📍 Canada